Manders demonstrated a series of Tae Kwon Do forms along with several weapons, including the bo staff, Doces Pares Eskrima and traditional Samurai sword. He showcased several knife disarms in a fighting situation and the test wrapped up with an intense combination of kickboxing and fighting rounds.

Manders is finishing his freshman year at Sequim High School. He’s been training in martial arts for six years.

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